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London (W6)
The W6 postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 1518 individual postcodes.
There are 3 electoral wards in the W6 postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Hammersmith and Fulham Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 39% of people in W6 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of W6 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The W6 postcode is in the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham in west London. It is bordered by the River Thames to the south and east and the A4 to the north.
The area of W6 is centred around Ravenscourt Park and Hammersmith from which the postcode takes its name. It is a mainly residential suburb with a mix of terrace houses, mansion blocks, and riverside apartments.
W6 is popular with young professionals due to its close proximity to much of central London. It is well served by public transport including the Piccadilly and District Underground lines, and a number of bus routes connecting the area with the West End and the City of London.
The area is also well known for its selection of cafes, restaurants, and bars. Films and theatre performances are regularly shown at the Riverside Studios, one of the leading small theatre venues in London.
W6 is also home to two schools; the Hammersmith Academy and Latymer Upper School. It is also home to a number of churches, temples, and mosques.
Chiswick Park, a five-hectare public park, is located in the area and includes a lake, a playground, three tennis courts, and a large open lawn. Ravenscourt Park also has a number of amenities such as a play area, a bowling green, tennis courts, and an enclosed garden with a café.
At the same time, W6 is home to a number of large businesses. There are a number of famous companies based in the area such as Sky, the BBC and the large corporate HQs of Heineken and Virgin Media.
TheW6 postcode is an attractive residential area of London that has a thriving business community and plenty of amenities, making it an ideal place to live and work.
Demographics
Greater London
W6 is located in the county of Greater London, in England.
Greater London has a total population of 8,778,500, making it the 1st largest county in the UK.
Greater London has a total area of 606 square miles, and a population density of 5594 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | W6 |
| Postal Town | London |
| MSOA Name | Hammersmith and Fulham 013 |
| LSOA Name | Hammersmith and Fulham 013C |
| County | Greater London |
| Region | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
W6 Electoral Wards
The postal region of W6, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Monday, April 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 39% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.